Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
Revive Vintage Chisels (and other dull woodworking tools...
Published on July 1st, 2022
Good chisels never die, they just turn into paint can openers and screwdrivers But concealed under that dull and dirty...Continue Reading
Finishing
INTERIOR WOOD FINISHING: Watch a Video From My Online Course
Published on June 24th, 2022
In a few weeks my new online, instructor-led course will be launching – MASTERING BASIC WOOD FINISHES In it I teach...Continue Reading
Welding & Metalworking
WELDING WEBINAR: Visit in My Shop for a Free, 53 Minute ...
Published on June 24th, 2022
Join me in my Manitoulin Island workshop as I teach a 53-minute introductory lesson on MIG welding in the home...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
SPADE BITS: A Simple & Undervalued Woodworking Tool
Published on June 17th, 2022
Article read time: 4 minutes Video watch time: 4:20 Spade bits are one of my favourite tools for boring large...Continue Reading
Roofing
BETTER SHINGLING: Install Asphalt Shingles From The Top Down
Published on June 17th, 2022
A while back a reader asked Q: How can I install asphalt shingles on a roof from the top down I’ve heard this...Continue Reading
Forests, Lumber & Firewood
HOW TO USE A WOOD SPLITTER: Learn to safely use this eff...
Published on June 10th, 2022
If you'd like to ease the pain of high home heating costs this winter by getting into firewood, now's the time to...Continue Reading
Workshop
TAPE MEASURES: How to Choose a Good One
Published on June 10th, 2022
A good tape measure is one of the first tools that any handy person should buy because it’s so useful for so many...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
DECK BOARD BULLNOSE: Learn a Simple Detail for Making An...
Published on June 3rd, 2022
In this week's hands-on how-to video, let me show you how a simple routed detail called a "bullnose" profile can make...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
THE ANTIQUE PAINT LOOK: Watch and Learn About This Great...
Published on June 3rd, 2022
Milk paint and it's close cousin chalked paint are easy to like They're both safe, fast drying and when used in...Continue Reading
Gardening & Farming
HOMESTEAD CATTLE PASTURE: Take an Aerial Tour of Our For...
Published on May 27th, 2022
When settlers first came to Manitoulin Island, Canada – the place where I live – they had to be careful when they...Continue Reading
Flooring
HOW TO REFINISH HARDWOOD FLOORS: Step-by-Step Do It Your...
Updated on May 20th, 2022
If you've got worn wooden floors and not enough money for professional refinishing, I’ve got an encouraging story to...Continue Reading
Home Interiors
Home Water Filtration System: Understanding the Basics
Published on May 18th, 2022
Are you concerned about the taste and safety of your drinking water Lots of people are, but that’s not news What is...Continue Reading